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Iberdrola secures €2.5bn credit line from 32 international banks

Iberdrola strengthens its financial position with a new five-year credit facility, signed with 32 banks, to support investments in power grids and renewable energy, particularly in the United States.

The oil and gas fishing market targets USD4.36bn by 2031, driven by offshore drilling

The expansion of the global oil and gas fishing market is accelerating on the back of offshore projects, with annual growth estimated at 5.7% according to The Insight Partners.

wpd completes the acquisition of Calycé’s wind activity and strengthens its presence in France

German group wpd takes over the teams and a portfolio of 17 wind projects from Calycé, consolidating its position in the French market and expanding its regional presence, particularly in the Grand Est, with the support of Envinergy.
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AMEA Power commissions Egypt’s first large-scale battery energy storage system

AMEA Power has commissioned a 300 MWh battery energy storage system in Egypt, a first for the country, extending the Aswan solar site’s activity and consolidating its presence in the African market.

Nuclear Waste in France: Experts Call for Strengthened Safety Measures

Experts have broadly approved France’s Cigéo deep nuclear waste repository project, highlighting technical uncertainties that demand stronger guarantees for long-term safety.

Stellantis ends its hydrogen van programme as market outlook remains limited

Manufacturer Stellantis halts production of its hydrogen-powered commercial vehicles, citing a lack of commercial prospects and an insufficient market, according to a statement released by the automotive group.
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ADNOC transfers 24.9% stake in OMV to its subsidiary XRG to strengthen international strategy

ADNOC announces the transfer of 24.9% of its shares in OMV to its subsidiary XRG, continuing the streamlining of its international assets and preparing the creation of Borouge Group International.

TotalEnergies in Mozambique: $4.7 bn US loan challenged in court by NGO

TotalEnergies’ Mozambique LNG gas project is at the centre of a legal challenge in Washington, following the approval of a $4.7 bn loan by the US Exim Bank, amid security concerns and opposition from civil society groups.

The French solar federation organises itself amid current political and economic attacks

The National Solar Energy Federation, launched on 21 June and formalised on 14 July, brings together installers, equipment suppliers and financiers to defend photovoltaics against political criticism as Paris prepares a new energy roadmap.
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London reinstates grants to accelerate electric-vehicle adoption

The British government is mobilising USD845mn to subsidise electric-car purchases, easing pressure on an industry hit by US tariffs and preparing for the 2030 ban on internal-combustion engines.

GE Vernova modernises TransnetBW’s key cross-border power hub in Germany

GE Vernova has secured a major contract to modernise the Kühmoos substation in Germany, enhancing grid reliability and integration capacity for power flows between Germany, France and Switzerland.

Hynamics UK and Hy24 join forces for £300mn green hydrogen project in Fawley

Hynamics UK and Hy24 have signed an exclusive agreement to develop the Fawley Green Hydrogen project, backed by the UK HAR2 scheme, to supply green hydrogen to ExxonMobil's petrochemical complex.
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Bomb attack halts operations on Colombia’s Caño Limón-Coveñas oil pipeline

An explosion caused by a homemade explosive device in northeastern Colombia has forced Cenit, a subsidiary of Ecopetrol, to temporarily suspend operations on the strategic Caño Limón-Coveñas pipeline, crucial to the country's oil supply.

RTE and Nexans launch an industrial chain to recycle 600 tonnes of aluminium per year

RTE and Nexans announce the creation of a recycling chain dedicated to aluminium from electrical cables, targeting 600 tonnes annually and covering the entire industrial cycle from collection to production.

Technip Energies signs major contract for floating natural gas unit in Africa

Technip Energies has secured a contract to lead preparatory works for a floating liquefied natural gas unit in Africa, confirming its presence in the international gas infrastructure market.
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Thermal Energy launches a CAD 1.4M heat recovery project

The Canadian group Thermal Energy International has secured a CAD 1.4 million contract to install a heat recovery unit at a European malted barley producer, aiming to reduce energy costs and polluting emissions.

Electroverse reaches one million public electric vehicle charging points worldwide

Octopus Energy’s Electroverse platform surpasses one million public electric vehicle charging points, strengthening its international presence with a subscription-free model available in 40 countries through a single payment card.

EDF inaugurates two solar power plants in Moselle totalling 72 MWp installed

EDF power solutions commissions two new photovoltaic plants in Moselle, together representing a capacity of 72 MWp, capable of annually supplying electricity equivalent to 36,000 inhabitants, or 30% of the population of Metz.
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Lhyfe successfully completes first green hydrogen combustion tests in Spain

French company Lhyfe has carried out its first successful green hydrogen combustion tests in Spain, delivering three tonnes over three weeks to the Valencian ceramic industry, opening a new potential alternative to industrial fossil natural gas.

Eco Wave Power receives €2.45mn from EU to deploy wave energy

Eco Wave Power Global AB joins a consortium funded with €2.45mn by the European Interreg Atlantic Area programme to accelerate commercial implementation of wave energy technologies in Atlantic coastal regions.

Reden commissions 23.5 MW solar plant on former Italian military site

French company Reden has commissioned its first photovoltaic power plant in Italy on a disused site in Codroipo, redeveloped to support an installed capacity of 23.5 megawatts.

PPAs gain ground in France despite limited adoption

France’s energy regulator unveils its first observatory dedicated to renewable electricity purchase agreements, highlighting a recent but still marginal growth compared to State-backed mechanisms.

Data centre electricity demand driven by AI expected to double by 2030

According to the International Energy Agency, artificial intelligence will drive a global rise in data centre electricity consumption, reaching the current level of Japan’s national use by the end of the decade.
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France reviews its hydrogen strategy to align the regulatory framework with market needs

Faced with structural challenges in the hydrogen sector, the French government is expected to announce a new roadmap on Thursday aimed at readjusting its regulatory framework and unlocking the necessary support for the industry.

Paris finalises its energy roadmap for 2025–2035 with imminent decree

The French government plans to adopt within two weeks a decree outlining the decade’s energy objectives, restarting nuclear power and preparing for a parliamentary debate on energy sovereignty.

The rise of renewable energy increases negative price episodes in Europe

The expansion of solar and wind capacity is multiplying hours of negative prices on European electricity markets, weakening the sector's economic balance while reshaping export and storage dynamics.
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French court suspends wind farm after death of golden eagle

The Montpellier court has ordered a one-year suspension of the Bernagues wind farm, finding Énergie Renouvelable du Languedoc responsible for the death of a golden eagle, a protected species, in January 2023.

France launches strategic debate on energy security

The National Assembly will discuss national energy security on 28 April at the government’s request, in connection with the upcoming Multiannual Energy Programming covering the 2025-2035 period.

Electrification stalls in Europe despite record electricity surplus in France

Despite a predominantly decarbonised electricity production, demand in Europe remains subdued, hindered by uncompetitive prices and limited industrial usage.
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TagEnergy and Banque des Territoires unite to deploy 480 MWh of storage in France

TagEnergy and Banque des Territoires launch a three-year investment partnership to co-finance several battery storage projects, including France’s largest facility located in Cernay-lès-Reims.

Viridien secures 2,400 km² seismic reprocessing contract in Algeria with Sonatrach and PTTEP

Viridien will reprocess two 3D seismic datasets in the Berkine Basin for the Hassi Bir Rekaiz consortium over a 13-month period.

Yeu-Noirmoutier: €2.5bn for an offshore wind farm with industrial pace

Ocean Winds is leading the installation of 61 offshore wind turbines off the Vendée coast, with up to 600 workers mobilised in Saint-Nazaire and commercial commissioning targeted by the end of November.
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Chantiers de l’Atlantique doubles revenue with offshore wind power push

Chantiers de l’Atlantique invests €100 mn to expand its production capacity in offshore wind, a strategic segment now central to its industrial recovery.

France approves conversion of Saint-Avold power plant to biogas by 2027

The National Assembly approved legislation enabling the conversion of the Saint-Avold coal-fired power plant to biogas, fulfilling a government pledge and impacting approximately 500 jobs.

EDF postpones Flamanville EPR restart again to April

EDF has delayed the restart of the Flamanville EPR to 11 April, citing a new maintenance operation, while keeping its 2025 production forecast unchanged.
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Montpellier court orders temporary shutdown of EDF-run wind farm

The Aumelas wind farm, operated by EDF Renouvelables, must halt operations for four months following a court ruling tied to the protection of endangered species in Hérault.

Fessenheim: EDF faces scrutiny over nuclear recycling project

EDF's plan to build a facility for recycling low-level radioactive metals in Fessenheim is raising significant concerns over health, economics and regulation.

TSG strengthens its European network with two acquisitions in solar and electrical sectors

TSG has completed the acquisition of Leirivolt in Portugal and Kronenburg Techniek in the Netherlands, consolidating its expansion strategy in intelligent energy services across Europe.
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Perenco strengthens position in Trinidad and Tobago with acquisition of Woodside assets

Perenco will acquire Woodside’s oil and gas assets in Trinidad and Tobago, expanding its national output beyond 500 million standard cubic feet per day following expected closing by the third quarter of 2025.

VSB France commissions 12 MW wind farm in Ille-et-Vilaine for Blue EnerFreeze

The La Lande wind farm, developed by VSB France for Blue EnerFreeze, has begun operations in Ille-et-Vilaine with a capacity of 12 MW, intended to cover 6% of STEF Group's annual electricity consumption in France.